Should you pull away burned clothing from the skin in case of burns?

When dealing with burns, it is essential to avoid pulling away burned clothing from the skin. Removing clothing that is stuck to a burn can cause further damage to the skin and exacerbate the injury. It may also lead to additional pain and complications, such as infection.

The appropriate action is to generally leave the clothing in place and focus on cooling the burn with running water for at least 10 minutes, if possible. In cases where the clothing is not stuck to the skin but is simply burned, it may be cut away from the edges, always taking care to minimize contact with the burned area. The primary goal is to prevent further injury while providing the necessary first aid to the burn.

This approach aligns with best practices in burn management, emphasizing patient safety and minimizing complications.